Vegas odds chart for daily fantasy football play: Week 8

A snapshot look at the NFL betting lines and odds for Week 8 sports betting and DFS action.

A good way to start your weekly homework for DFS (daily fantasy sports) play is to analyze the early Vegas odds around Week 8.

These guys have a long history of making money off of setting the right game spread and points scored. So it can be an early indicator of teams to target due to high-scoring potential, and teams to avoid for the opposite reason.

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NFL Odds: Week 8

Day Time (ET) Away Home Away odds Home Odds Total points O/U
Sunday, Oct. 30 9:30 AM Denver Broncos Jacksonville Jaguars +2.5 -2.5 40.5
Sunday, Oct. 30 1:00 PM Chicago Bears Dallas Cowboys +9.5 -9.5 42.5
Sunday, Oct. 30 1:00 PM Arizona Cardinals Minnesota Vikings +3.5 -3.5 49.5
Sunday, Oct. 30 1:00 PM Miami Dolphins Detroit Lions -3.5 +3.5 52.5
Sunday, Oct. 30 1:00 PM New England Patriots New York Jets -2.5 +2.5 40.5
Sunday, Oct. 30 1:00 PM Pittsburgh Steelers Philadelphia Eagles +9.5 -9.5 42.5
Sunday, Oct. 30 1:00 PM Las Vegas Raiders New Orleans Saints -1.5 +1.5 49.5
Sunday, Oct. 30 1:00 PM Carolina Panthers Atlanta Falcons +4.5 -4.5 41.5
Sunday, Oct. 30 4:05 PM Tennessee Titans Houston Texans -2.5 +2.5 40.5
Sunday, Oct. 30 4:25 PM San Francisco 49ers Los Angeles Rams -0.5 +0.5 42.5
Sunday, Oct. 30 4:25 PM Washington Commanders Indianapolis Colts +2.5 -2.5 39.5
Sunday, Oct. 30 4:25 PM New York Giants Seattle Seahawks +3.5 -3.5 44.5
Sunday, Oct. 30 8:20 PM Green Bay Packers Buffalo Bills +10.5 -10.5 46.5
Monday, Oct. 31 8:15 PM Cincinnati Bengals Cleveland Browns -3.5 +3.5 44.5

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The best NFL prop bets for Week 8

The five best NFL player prop bets to make for the upcoming week.

As we slide into the midway portion of the season, a growing number of teams coming back from their bye weeks and injuries beginning to play a larger role in the fortunes of franchises, there is more data to base wagers on.

This week, we run the no-huddle offense with one QB, one running back, and three receivers looking to hit pay dirt on Sunday.

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The 5 best bets for NFL Week 8

Take these wagers to the cashier after Week 8 action.

This week, we mix things up by completely ignoring the moneyline and saying, “Let’s take or lay some points.”

The five picks this week include taking a pick on the money line, a pair of road teams – one favored and one underdog – and a potential Super Bowl matchup of dominant teams looking to put a beatdown on two of the most storied franchises in the history of the NFL.

Get your popcorn ready.

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Betting the NFL Line: Week 8

Make these wagers to win money in Week 8.

We have a couple of potential firsts in a long time coming at the beginning and end of Week 8 that are worth noting – one that has come to pass and one that was avoided at the 11th hour.

The first comes Thursday night when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers host the Baltimore Ravens. The last time a Tom Brady-led team was a home underdog was Nov. 30, 2014 when Brady and the New England Patriots were a 3-point home dog to the Green Bay Packers. As of Tuesday, the Bucs were a home dog. That triggered enough Brady money coming in to flip the script and keep his streak intact.

Speaking of the Packers, in games Aaron Rodgers has started, the Packers have never been a double-digit underdog. They are this week against the Buffalo Bills, who are at home coming off their bye week.

Never say never in the NFL, because things you thought you would never see sometimes happen – or being avoided shortly before game time.

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NFL Betting Odds and Lines: Week 8

Baltimore Ravens (-101) at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (-117)

I think those making the lines had it right earlier in the week. The Ravens opened as a 1.5 favorite, and now it’s the Bucs that are favored by 1.5 points. I’m a believer that your first instinct is your best instinct. Take the Ravens on the moneyline (-101).

Denver Broncos (+120) at Jacksonville Jaguars (-145)

Russell Wilson is apparently ready to show another continent his descent into mediocrity. The Broncos defense is very good, which should limit the Jaguars’ ability to pop points. The Over/Under is one two games under 40 points (39.5 points at -112 Over, -108 Under) on the Week 8 slate. Jet lag plus two defenses better than two offenses barks loud. Take the Under (-108).

Chicago Bears (+360) at Dallas Cowboys (-500)

The Bears found a Patriots defense that they stunned Monday night. On a short week on the road again, the Cowboys are legitimate favorites (9.5 points at -110 for both). By the time the game comes around, it’s going to be double digits – for a reason. Take the Cowboys and lay 9.5 points (-110).

Arizona Cardinals (+150) at Minnesota Vikings (-190)

I’m not unconvinced the Cardinals win this game, much less being a fallback cushion (3.5 points at -110 for both the Cardinals and Vikings). What Arizona does well on offense is a defensive weakness for the Vikings. Take the Cardinals plus 3.5 points (-110).

Miami Dolphins (-190) at Detroit Lions (+150)

The Dolphins are shown a little Over/Under respect for being on the road (3.5 points at -110 for both). Detroit’s defense has no answer for Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. Take the Dolphins and lay 3.5 points (-110).

New England Patriots (-135) at New York Jets (+100)

Last year in the battle of rookie QBs, Bill Belichick piled on. In two games, the Patriots outscored the Jets 79-19 – never letting their foot off the gas. As a result, the Pats are a road favorite (2.5 points). Buffalo has given them a receipt. Miami did in Week 1. The Jets aren’t the little brother anymore, and the Patriots have no business being favored. Take the Jets on the moneyline (+100).


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Pittsburgh Steelers (+370) at Philadelphia Eagles (-500)

Much like the Jets being the Patriots’ little brother, the Steelers have clear bragging rights in Pennsylvania. But this is 2022, and the tables have turned. The Eagles are heavy favorites (10.5 points at -112 Steelers, -108 Eagles). This has beatdown potential for an Eagles team coming off their bye week rested and ready. Take the Eagles and lay 10.5 points (-108).

Carolina Panthers (+175) at Atlanta Falcons (-220)

A Friends and Relatives Only (FRO) game, all I can say is strongly dislike both teams. The Over/Under is low (41.5 points at -105 Over, -115 Under). I have a hard time figuring either of these offense putting up 30 points, which will likely be necessary. Take the Under (-115).

Las Vegas Raiders (-125) at New Orleans Saints (+102)

The Saints have fallen to being home dogs against a team that is 0-3 on the road. The Raiders are modest favorites (1.5 points at -115 Raiders, -105 Saints). Josh Jacobs is the hottest back in the league and it continues here. Take the Raiders and lay 1.5 points (-115).

Tennessee Titans (-130) at Houston Texans (+105)

The Titans have won four straight but remain peewee road favorites (2.5 points at -108 Titans, -112 Texans). Tennessee was the No. 1 seed in the AFC, and the Texans remain a dumpster fire that is easily controlled. If Derrick Henry gets 30 carries again this week, the win should be by double digits. Take the Titans and lay 2.5 points (-108).

San Francisco 49ers (117) at Los Angeles Rams (103)

The 49ers are built to beat the teams in the NFC West. The others historically throw the ball and get off the field in a hurry. The 49ers beat the Rams consistently, which may explain why explains coming off a loss and the Rams coming off a bye the Niners are favored (1.5 points at -117 49ers, -103 Rams). It’s for a reason. Take the 49ers and lay 1.5 points (-117).

Washington Commanders (+100) at Indianapolis Colts (-125)

Not a betting fan of either team … I see more punts than scoring chances, so the very low Over/Under (39.5 points at -105 Over, -112 Under) doesn’t seem low enough. Take the Under of 39.5 points (-112).

New York Giants (+125) at Seattle Seahawks (-155)

Last week, the then 5-1 Giants were road dogs against the Jaguars and took care of business – adding road wins to those against Tennessee and Green Bay. I’ve been burned by Seattle before, but I’m willing to risk the biscuit again. Take the Giants on the moneyline (+125).

Green Bay Packers (+360) at Buffalo Bills (-500)

I’ve been clear that I’m on the Bills bandwagon, and they’re a huge favorite (11.5 points at -110 for both). The Packers are in disarray not seen in a tick, and Buffalo is coming its bye ready to kick some tail. This smells like a primetime statement to the rest of AFC. Take the Bills, swallow hard, and lay the 11.5 points (-110).

Cincinnati Bengals (-190) at Cleveland Browns (+150)

The Bengals are trying to find themselves and are solid divisional road favorites (3.5 points at -108 Bengals, -112 Browns). With some reservations, take the Bengals and lay 3.5 points (-108).


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The best NFL prop bets for Week 7

The best NFL player prop bets to make for the upcoming week.

The majority of the league is hovering around 3-3, and it’s time to create some separation among them.

This week, I’m making four picks of teams that should win handily and project their yardage accordingly. They also come in the early slate of games Sunday, so you can head to the pay window and enjoy the autumn afternoon shortly after 4 p.m. Eastern.

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Vegas odds chart for daily fantasy football play: Week 7

A snapshot look at the NFL betting lines and odds for Week 7 sports betting and DFS action.

A good way to start your weekly homework for DFS (daily fantasy sports) play is to analyze the early Vegas odds around Week 7.

These guys have a long history of making money off of setting the right game spread and points scored. So it can be an early indicator of teams to target due to high-scoring potential, and teams to avoid for the opposite reason.

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook

NFL Odds: Week 7

Day Time (ET) Away Home Away odds Home Odds Total points O/U
Sunday, Oct. 23 1:00 PM Cleveland Browns Baltimore Ravens +6.5 -6.5 45.5
Sunday, Oct. 23 1:00 PM Atlanta Falcons Cincinnati Bengals +6.5 -6.5 47.5
Sunday, Oct. 23 1:00 PM Green Bay Packers Washington Commanders -4.5 +4.5 41.5
Sunday, Oct. 23 1:00 PM Indianapolis Colts Tennessee Titans +2.5 -2.5 41.5
Sunday, Oct. 23 1:00 PM New York Giants Jacksonville Jaguars +3.5 -3.5 43.5
Sunday, Oct. 23 1:00 PM Detroit Lions Dallas Cowboys +6.5 -6.5 49.5
Sunday, Oct. 23 1:00 PM Tampa Bay Buccaneers Carolina Panthers -12.5 +12.5 39.5
Sunday, Oct. 23 4:05 PM Houston Texans Las Vegas Raiders +6.5 -6.5 45.5
Sunday, Oct. 23 4:05 PM New York Jets Denver Broncos +1.5 -1.5 37.5
Sunday, Oct. 23 4:25 PM Seattle Seahawks Los Angeles Chargers +5.5 -5.5 50.5
Sunday, Oct. 23 4:25 PM Kansas City Chiefs San Francisco 49ers -1.5 +1.5 48.5
Sunday, Oct. 23 8:20 PM Pittsburgh Steelers Miami Dolphins +7.5 -7.5 45.5
Monday, Oct. 24 8:15 PM Chicago Bears New England Patriots +7.5 -7.5 39.5

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The five best bets for NFL Week 7

Five wagers worth making in NFL Week 7.

Week 6 was an eye-opener where being the favorite made those teams endangered species. Seven of the 14 games ended with the underdog winning on the moneyline and nine winning against the spread.

We have a mixed bag of picks to try to get you to the pay window, including a Super Bowl contender at a crossroads, a team whose fan base isn’t convinced they’ll win, a surprising underdog pick, and two games in which the point spreads seem too high – including the second-lowest Over/Under on the board.

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Betting the NFL Line: Week 7

The smartest Week 7 wagers from around the NFL.

Week 6 was one the strangest week of the season, and many bettors took it on the chin. As a general rule, gamblers like taking favorites and are hoping for a lot of scoring. That hasn’t been the tone all season – defenses have been playing better than offenses, and the quarterback situation has been bleak.

Week 6 had 14 games. Of those, 10 of them went under the projected point total and six underdogs won outright. You won’t see that again very often, but it has opened the eyes to the possibility of Week 6 happening again somewhere down the line.

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NFL Betting Odds and Lines: Week 7

New Orleans Saints (+115) at Arizona Cardinals (-135)

Arizona has been one of the more disappointing teams this season, which explains why they’re so slightly favored (2.5 points at +105 Saints, -115 Cardinals). The Cardinals offense has struggled badly but is due for a big game. It comes this week. Take the Cardinals and lay 2.5 points (-115).

Cleveland Browns (+210) at Baltimore Ravens (-260)

Both teams are coming off upset losses and need a win in a mediocre division (by record anyway). The Over/Under is a little high for two teams that prefer to run (45.5 points at -110 for both Over and Under). This game has the feel of a tight-to-the-vest divisional game, because of its importance in the standings, where risks are minimized and field goals are as important as touchdowns. Take the Under (-110).

Atlanta Falcons (+220) at Cincinnati Bengals (-270)

Both teams are a surprise 3-3 – the Bengals for the worse and the Falcons for the better. Cincinnati is big a favorite (6.5 points at -112 Falcons, -108 Bengals). I’m not a believer in Atlanta and believe the Bengals are better on both sides of the ball. Take the Bengals and lay the 6.5 points (-112).

Green Bay Packers (-230) at Washington Commanders (+190)

The Packers have won 13 games each of the last three seasons but will have to win 10 of the final 11 games to repeat that feat. The Packers are a moderate road favorite (4.5 points at -112 Packers, -108 Commanders). The Packers won’t lose three straight and will come after the Commanders early to set the tempo. Take the Packers and lay 4.5 points (-112).

Indianapolis Colts (+120) at Tennessee Titans (-140)

The Titans are coming off their bye and are an extremely small home favorite (2.5 points at -101 Colts, -120 Titans). I don’t have much faith at all in the Colts being able to string together wins. Jonathan Taylor is back in practice, but the Titans are rested and at home. Take the Titans and lay 2.5 points (-120).

New York Giants (+135) at Jacksonville Jaguars (-160)

The Giants are 5-1 but are still and a road underdog against the Jaguars (3.5 points at -130 Giants, +105 Jaguars). While I am more impressed with the Jags than most, I’m not willing to lay those points against a team that has beaten the Packers and Ravens the last two weeks – both better teams than Jacksonville. Take the Giants plus 3.5 (-130).

Detroit Lions (+260) at Dallas Cowboys (-320)

Dak Prescott is expected back, but the Cowboys have morphed into a different team in his absence. It would appear the oddsmakers are expecting a shootout given the Over/Under (48.5 points at -108 Over, -105 Under). I’m not convinced Detroit will score more than 17 points against the Cowboys defense and Prescott is shaking off rust. Take the Under (-105).

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (-500) at Carolina Panthers (+360)

The Buccaneers have lost three of their last four games but are heavy road favorites (10.5 points at -110 for both teams). That said, the Panthers have lost their last three games by 10, 22 and 14 points and are currently entertaining a fire sale before the trade deadline. Take the Buccaneers and lay 10.5 points (-110).

Houston Texans (+260) at Las Vegas Raiders (-320)

The Raiders were a playoff team last year but are fighting for their lives in 2022. They’re a solid favorite (6.5 points at -101 Texans, -120 Raiders). When they had to win to avoid being 0-4 and down-and-out, they won. To avoid going 1-5 and facing a similar fate, they win again. Take the Raiders and lay 6.5 points (-120).

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New York Jets (-101) at Denver Broncos (-117)

The Jets are one of the feel-good stories of the season, and Russell Wilson has been a dumpster fire. The Broncos are the slightest of home favorites (1.5 points at -112 Jets, -108 Broncos). Every game the Broncos have played this year has been within three points in the fourth quarter. It may be ugly, but the Broncos find a way at home. Take the Broncos and lay 1.5 points (-117).

Seattle Seahawks (+200) at Los Angeles Chargers (-240)

The Seahawks offense has been surprisingly robust, explains why this game has the highest Over/Under of the week (51.5 points). You know the Chargers are going to throw, which is why I’m more interested in the Chargers being favored (5.5 points at -105 Seahawks, -115 Chargers). I don’t believe in the Seahawks and believe this one could easily be a double-digit Chargers win. Take the Chargers and lay 5.5 points (-115).

Kansas City Chiefs (-150) at San Francisco 49ers (+125)

The 49ers are capable of looking like a Super Bowl team one week and hot garbage the next. This is just their third home game, and they’re a home underdog (2.5 points at -125 Chiefs, +100 49ers). San Francisco plays a smashmouth style that they impose on opponents and certain teams fall prey to it. The Chiefs could blow them away, but I’m playing a hunch on this one. Take the 49ers on the moneyline (+125).

Pittsburgh Steelers (+270) at Miami Dolphins (-340)

The Steelers are coming off an upset win over the Buccaneers but are facing a Dolphins team getting Tua Tagovailoa back, and they’re a huge home favorite (7.5 points at -125 Steelers, +100 Dolphins). Those setting the line are daring you to take Miami. I’ll be their huckleberry. The banged-up Steelers defense has no answer for Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. Take the Dolphins and lay 7.5 points (+100).

Chicago Bears (+290) at New England Patriots (-370)

NFL fans have had their fill of primetime stink bombs, but this has all the makings of seeing fewer than 40 passes thrown. This game has the lowest Over/Under of the week (39.5 points at -117 Over, -103 Under). It’s that low for a reason. There will likely be more run plays than pass plays, and one 12-play drive can eat half of quarter off the clock. Take the Under (-103).


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The best NFL prop bets for Week 6

The five best NFL player prop bets to make for the upcoming week.

This is the first week where the slate of games is limited with four teams on bye, but we’ve tracked down five prop bets that should help take you to the pay window.

This week, there are five picks of players who have a limited exposure to their Week 6 opponents. That lack of familiarity plays into the selections – four projected to go over their yardage number and one to go under.

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The five best bets for NFL Week 6

The five best NFL player prop bets to make for the upcoming week.

For the first week of byes in play, we have a couple fewer games to choose from, but we’re going to draw a line in the sand.

As usual, this week’s picks include one Over bet and one Under bet. But there are a slew of games in which the road team is favored … we’re picking three of them to win and cover in hostile environments.

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